Nokoyawa ransomware, LinkedIn verification, Russia’s Ukraine cyberwar

A vulnerability in Windows allows cybercriminals to deliver the Nokoyawa ransomware, which particularly targets Windows systems. LinkedIn members will be able to verify their professional details using Microsoft Entra’s new verification feature. Russia is stepping up attacks on Ukraine’s infrastructure. XM Cyber’s report suggests addressing 2% of exposures could protect 90% of precious assets while another Bitdefender report reveals that 42% IT professionals were asked to keep cyber breaches confidential.